To find or change any entry in the registry, use Registry Editor. Once you have opened Registry Editor, you can proceed delete a registry key or value.
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Incorrectly editing the registry may severely damage your system. Before making changes to the registry, you should back up any valued data on your computer. |
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If you make a mistake that results in your computer not starting properly, you can restore the registry. For instructions, see Restore the Registry. |
To delete a registry key or value |
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In Registry Editor, click the key or entry you want to delete.
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On the Edit menu, click Delete.
Note You can delete keys and values from your registry. However, you cannot delete a predefined key (such as HKEY_CURRENT_USER) or change the name of a predefined key.